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FD61 FLG

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

162,488 mi
Last recorded162,488 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 FLG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 162,488 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 162,488 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 159,393 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 156,718 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 156,718 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Outer rear joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Outer rear joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 148,388 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 147,964 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 131,736 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Mar 2019 119,372 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 105,283 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine bay covers and under trays fitted covering some steering/brake and suspension parts.

Pass 10 Mar 2017 94,632 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2016 77,752 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 56,292 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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FD61 FLG is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 88,697 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD61 FLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD61 FLG registered?

FD61 FLG is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is FD61 FLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD61 FLG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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